“…Over time, this definition has evolved and is now considered a multifaceted construct, including affective, cognitive and behavioural elements (Levett‐Jones et al., 2018). Empathy is perceived as a personal trait, therapeutic tool, professional state, communication process and even on a continuum (Levett‐Jones & Cant, 2020; Yu & Kirk, 2008). There is also a debate of about whether empathy can be taught and has a long, complicated history (Yu & Kirk, 2008).…”